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The tragic murder of 20-year-old Yashashri Shinde in Navi Mumbai has sent shockwaves through the community, and the arrest of the suspected perpetrator, Dawood Shaikh, provides a glimmer of justice. The crime, which unfolded on July 25th, involved Shinde being found dead in the bushes behind a petrol pump at Kotnaka in Uran. The investigation led authorities to Shaikh, who was apprehended four days later in his hometown of Gulbarga in Karnataka.
Shaikh's confession revealed a chilling motive behind the murder. He admitted to stabbing Shinde multiple times after an argument sparked by his suspicion that she was having an affair with his friend, Mohsin. This suspicion stemmed from an incident in 2019 when Shaikh had been arrested for molestation and a Pocso case filed against him based on Shinde's father's complaint. Shaikh had been released on bail during the Covid pandemic and had relocated to Bengaluru with his family, but he maintained contact with Shinde over the phone.
The investigation team, comprised of dedicated crime branch officers, pursued Shaikh relentlessly. They meticulously examined CCTV footage, identifying Shaikh walking behind Shinde on the day she disappeared. This crucial evidence led them to zero in on Shaikh as the prime suspect. The team's determination to apprehend Shaikh was further highlighted by their relentless efforts in tracking him to his hometown. They utilized both conventional methods, such as interviewing Shaikh's family members, and covert operations to finally apprehend him during the early hours of Tuesday.
The arrest of Dawood Shaikh brings a sense of closure for the grieving family of Yashashri Shinde. However, the tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the dangers women face in society. The investigation and subsequent arrest also highlight the vital role of CCTV footage in solving crimes, and the importance of relentless pursuit by law enforcement agencies to ensure justice prevails.
Source: Youth who killed 20-year-old & dumped her body on Navi Mumbai's Uran road held from Karnataka